Question

Which of the following minerals have platy crystal habit?
Minerals:
A. Muscovite
B. Sillimanite
C. Asbestos
D. Biotite
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A) and (B) only
• B. (A), (B), and (C) only
• C. (B) and (C) only
• D. (A) and (D) only

Hint:

The platy habit is a distinguishing feature of minerals in the mica group.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Muscovite and Biotite are mica minerals with a platy crystal habit, characterized by their ability to split into thin, flexible sheets.